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Here is my newest acquisition a 2nd Kreuzer Prinz Eugen muetzenbander. Really rare and super fortunate to add this one to the collection. Regards, JustinG 2dresq

Greetings, I guess seeing a recent posting of a KM Ship bulkhead clock got me thinking about ths. Now, we have all seen examples where there would be the mark "N" or "O" and then there would follow numbers signifying the unit. Question #1: What was the designator and what was the guide to assign a specific command or unit, a serial number? Is there a database to show what kind of unit a certain piece could be attached to? Question #2: Pocket Watches, Bulkhead Clocks were marked, Why not expensive portible navigation items such as Sextant, or other various tools with this unit identifier placed on the item? If anyone has some insight on why this was that timepieces seem to be the only thing that was identified in this way; I would appreciate any thoughts or wisdom in this. Regards, JustinG 2dresq

Some nice additions. Regards, 2dresq

Yes, all these are all pre-war/early 1939 manufactured. Wish it was full length, but these destroyers are rather rare and sought after. I feel lucky to have obtained such a nice pristine example, even if it is shortened. Regards, 2dresq JustinG

A friend helped me obtain this D.v.R muetzenband. I am very grateful. It is a cut version but is in impecable condition. Regards, JustinG I need only 3 left for the full 22. :rolleyes:

Interesting pieces. I am a little surprised that they would use the SS skull to symbolize the mine. Very nice pieces. :beer:

Really nice collection. Very nicely photographed. I am envious of the plackards you have of the Deutschland and the Graf Spee. Really top notch and high quality. Best regards buddy, JustinG

I believe this to be a good version. Photo of the back would be helpful. IMHO: A Tombak Version Navy Narvik in good shape. Photo of the back would help confirm that though. Regards, JustinG

Wonderful Document and interesting story on the fact that he was issued a Demeur and later opted/spent for the more expensive schwerin model. Really specatcular and wonderful when it is attributed to relatives and family members. Really superb. Regards, JustinG 2dresq

This is a fantastic piece. I am interested if storing presents extra problems. A sealed acid free garmet bag doesn't seem like this is an option. Would you mind sharing houw you are storing this garmet? Thanks and this is a specatcular piece and very well researched. Thanks for sharing. Regards, JustinG 2dresq

I just acquired this piece. Zerstorer Hermann Kuenne. Leaving me wih only 4 more destroyers to give me the entire fleet of 22. Diether Von Roeder Erich Giese Erich Koellnger Anton Schmitt If anyone knows or has one for sale, please contact me. Best regards gentlemen. JustinG 2dresq

Here's my understanding. As Flottilles were formed from various craft: Schnellboot, Raeumboot, Minensuch, Torpedo, etc.. Flottille and Halb flottile. There was a number of units to make up a full flottille; this number would vary depending on the ship class. I believe that the Torpedoboots needed a total of 10 to make a full flottille. So a Halb (half) flottille would be in the same location, ie Swinemunde (torpedobootsflottille 1) or Wilhelmshaven for (torpedobootsflottille 2.) As the unit expanded and more ships were introduced they would be assigned to a newly created halb flottille until their numbers increased to obtain the full designation and they would drop the (halb) name. The Schnellboots had 8 boats per flottille. So, Schnellbootshalbflottille would have less than the 8 required to classify it as a full flottille. Hope this helps. Once again, this is my understanding. If I am mistaken, please someone, correct me. Thanks! JustinG 2dresq

Nice set. The Heer Trap and KM officer embroidered eagle are ones that I haven't seen this type of construction. The rest look great. Thanks for posting. JustinG 2dresq

Not understanding what you are asking in your above post? Are you wanting to know about the this particular unit? That is was a half flottille? How many Halb (Half) flottilles there were there in the Kriegsmarine? Could you please clarify?

Here is the reverse.

Here is my example. The pin fell off. You can see that the reverse has one solid rivit. The other seems to not have it. I am not saying that this is an original. I don't know enough nor I don't believe that there is any that are definate originals. But, here is my example. I think it is a pretty decent production piece, even if it is post war; but who knows. Maybe there will be some info to turn up that can give us a more definative answer to these awards. Thanks for looking. Regards, JustinG

You have gotten quite a nice haul lately. Congratulations. Regards, Justin

Very nice Bob.

Here is my Atlantic star. Regards, JustinG 2dresq

Thanks for the replies so far. Here are some photos of the Air crew.

close up. I don't have this medal grouping yet. By looking at the study here, I believe that this one has all the attributes of a genuine medal. http://www.northeastmedals.co.uk/britishguide/british_index.htm This is a wonderful reference site. Regards, JustinG 2dresq

Greetings, I am curious how much these are fetching these days. I have just purchased a nice Air Crew set for $400 USD. I think I got a deal on it. However, I wanted to get a general response from the members here: What are the campaign stars period issue going for? Atlantic France and Germany Italy Pacific Burma Aircrew Africa Regards, JustinG 2dresq

So, I think I now understand, The Pembroke tallies listed above, there are two with stops/period mark after the ships name. this indicates that it was a pre war piece. So those are the only two of the long list that are pre-war? Am I correct in my assumption? Since the naval unit you listed was in use for the span of the first and second world war, is there a construction difference or different material to help place the tally from the first vs the second world war? Was it only after the second World War that the Royal Navy decided to change their tradition of putting punctuation marks after the named unit? This is fascinating stuff. I am grateful and do wish to learn more. Thanks. Regards, JustinG

I appreciate the in-depth report. So, I am not seeing the stop difference. When I compare the (period) in the H.M.S. I am having a hard time seeing the difference. I am very new to the field of Royal navy items. From your description, Post war to 1960's having a "fat stop" I am assuming that all these tallies that you have shown in the post above are post war and up to the 1960's. Am I correct in my assumption. It is difficult to tell since the resolution on this forum must be reduced. When I look at the tallies: Roebuck, Rooke and Raleigh the threads seem to be at a angle going diagonal for the weave; is this so? I appreciate the details you have posted. It is very informative. It seems like the British had several landmines set for collectors of their naval hat insignia. I look forward to hearing more. Cheers, JustinG 2dresq

HMS Rodney Thanks for looking. The Ajax and Rodney kind of washed out a bit with the scan. They do have a yellow color to them. And as always, any and all comments are welcome. I will post some scans of the reverse tomorrow. Cheers, JustinG 2dresq